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Mar 1, 2021 · INTRODUCTION TO REVELATION The Author and the Theme of Revelation Author: The author of Revelation identifies himself simply as John (Rev. 1:1, 4, 9; 22:8). Theme: The title of the book of Revelation indicates that the main theme of the book is the unveiling or the revealing of Jesus Christ. Jesus is the main focus of the book and he is the key
Revelation is certainly different from other books of the New Testament. It is also very different from any kind of writing that is familiar to most people today. Unfortunately, this has caused some people to shy away from the book; or on the other hand, to misuse it in propagating wild and fanciful theories.
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Revelation isn’t just an outlier. Revelation may be distinct from the New Testament, but its style and theology are right at home in the Bible. Revelation’s symbolic visions are similar to what you’d see in the Old Testament prophecies of Ezekiel, Daniel, and Zechariah.
Overview of The Book of Revelation. The Apocalypse given to John is full of symbolism, complex visions, events repeated in different forms and narrative requiring wisdom. In order to understand Revelation it is, therefore, crucial to have an overview of the whole book.
The book of Revelation is a compilation of apocalyptic literature and prose discourse. Key Themes. The hope of Jesus’ final return. Faithfulness to Jesus throughout one's life. The comfort of Jesus in suffering and persecution. Structure. Revelation can be divided into seven parts. Chapters 1-3 introduces John ’s vision.
Outline of the Book of Revelation. I. HISTORICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE CHURCH 1:1 - 3:22. General Introduction. 1:1-20. Purpose Stated and Blessing Announced. 1:1-3. Address to the Seven Churches. 1:4-8. John’s Commission to Write. 1:9-11. The Initial Vision. 1:12-18. Commission Repeated and Initial Symbols Explained. 1:19-20.
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The purpose of Revelation is to glorify Jesus—to reveal and exalt him as First and Last; the slain Lamb of God and mankind’s Redeemer; the King of kings and Ruler of God’s creation....